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BreakingPolice officer convicted over terrorist kidnap hoax

West Midlands police officer PC Amar Hussain, from Birmingham, has been convicted of perverting the course of justice after making a hoax phone call claiming an officer was going to be kidnapped by terrorists.

Wasps' Jackson to join Harlequins at end of season

Wasps have confirmed fly-half Ruaridh Jackson will leave the club at the end of the season to join Harlequins.

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The Scottish international has made 18 appearances for the club since joining ahead of the 2014/15 season.

We will part on good terms and wish him the very best at Quins next season. Ruaridh is a great guy, who is extremely popular within the squad and is highly respected for his skill-set and his commitment to the team and to helping the squad succeed

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JLR worker leaves for Invictus Games

Jaguar Land Rover employee, James McGill says it's a "great honour" to be selected for the Invictus Games UK team.

The former Grenadier Guard from Rugby is leaving for Orlando today where he'll compete in track and field events as well as swimming at the games next week.

He was medically discharged from the army after an explosive device was activated while he was serving in Afghanistan.

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The journey to selection has been tough, with so many great competitors in the mix, but the games has given so many former and serving men and women a renewed focus and set of goals which should never be underestimated.

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Jimmy Hill legacy fund launched

Vanessa Pearce

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A new scheme set up to honour the late Jimmy Hill is to be launched today.

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The Legacy Fund, named after the Sky Blues' former manager and chairman, aims to help community groups, support disadvantaged youngsters and disabled people and make grants available to local charities.